Follow the Championship to Liaocheng

— Unlock Your Guide to Liaocheng’s Intangible‑Cultural‑Heritage‑Inspired Souvenirs! —

In the height of summer, willows sway along the Dongchang Lake, flowers flourish beneath the ancient city walls, and the poetic charm of “Water City of Northern China” unfolds in full view. This coming October, the 2026 FISU World University Championship Mind Sports will grandly kick off. This grand event serves as a bridge for international exchanges, opening Liaocheng to the world and enabling guests from all over the globe to immerse themselves in the unique charm of this time‑honored ancient city.

Introduction to Liaocheng’s Intangible Cultural Heritage Souvenirs

When visiting Liaocheng, be sure to take home some distinctive local specialties!

1. Dongchang Gourd

When talking about local specialties of Liaocheng, the Dongchang gourd ranks first. Gourds grown in Dongchangfu District feature smooth, lustrous skin with elegant hues and thick flesh. Local craftsmen carve and pyrograph gourds with patterns mostly depicting Water Margin characters, flowers, birds and insects. Smaller gourds can even be made into carved‑gourd sachet pendants.

Dongchang Gourd

Dong‑e Ejiao

2. Dong‑e Ejiao (Donkey‑Hide Gelatin)

Dong‑e in Liaocheng is famous for producing ejiao. With a thousand‑year‑old heritage, Dong‑e ejiao is a premium nourishing tonic, grouped together with ginseng and pilose antler as the “Three Great Tonic Treasures”. For visitors, we recommend Taohuaji Ejiao Cakes for a better‑tasting experience.

3. Woodblock New‑Year Paintings

Liaocheng boasts Dongchangfu woodblock New‑Year paintings and Zhangqiu woodblock New‑Year paintings, both national‑level intangible cultural heritage items. Rich in themes and diverse in forms, Liaocheng’s woodblock New‑Year paintings brim with folk‑custom vibes.

Woodblock New‑Year Paintings

Every souvenir carries a piece of Water City memory. While attending the championship events, pick a few intangible‑cultural‑heritage keepsakes. Tuck the millennia‑old heritage and gentle warmth of ancient Liaocheng into your luggage, and preserve precious memories of your journey.